Tantasia

Finally a self tan that works!!! 

Tantasia is a self tanner made by Jane Iredale. Jane Iredale specializes in makeup and has a loyal and large following of clientele who love her makeup. I am excited to see that she has just launched a self tanner in her product line. She seems to put a lot of TLC into her products and I hoped that this tanner would stand out as much as the rest of her line. This tanner claims to be different than all the other tanners out there because it is said to use ingredients that increase the skins own natural melanin, which is what the sun does. So it will mimic the way you would tan in the sun leading to a colour that works for your skin type therefore, you  get a natural looking tan without the harmful rays of the sun. Most self tanners add imposed artificial color  to your skin which is why they can seem off color, over produce in dry spots (like your elbows, knees, palms, ankles and all the other harder to self tan areas), cause streaks and wear off unevenly. Tantasia also has  a much better smell than the other tanners out there because it isn’t using the same type of Dihydroxyacetone, which is the tanning ingredient in other tanners.

Does Tantasia Contain Clinically Proven Ingredients?

As I mentioned, Tantasia has a different approach to self tanning. Instead of using the Dihydroxyacetone everyone else use’s; this product uses 3 specific complexes to give an even golden colour. 
The 3 complexes are:

• The first combination is of Acetyl Tyrosine and Monk’s Pepper. This complex is said to stimulate the melanocytes that produce melanin. The Monk’s Pepper leads to melanin formation; independent of sun exposure. The Acetyl Tyrosine accelerates the melanin synthesis reaction.
• Copper Gluconate which is an additional source of tyrosine delivery which increases a more even color.
• Dihydroxyacetone (DHA) which is bonded to a natural vegetable amino acid compound. This DHA has been buffered and buffering means that they are able to use far less DHA than most tanning products and it will go on smoother, with less streaking and giving an overall longer lasting, deeper and more even tan because of the extra supply of amino acids at the skin level.

It is advised to apply Tantasia for 3 consecutive days to build a good colour.  Please be reminded that this product does not contain an SPF so I would recommend Jane Iredales Pressed Powder make up or Amazing Base both containing an SPF 20 or Jane's Powder Me SPF 30 which comes in a translucent or tan colour.  Should your not wish or need to wear any make up, Environ RAD 15 would be top of my list for sun protection, also containing no chemicals which aggravate certain skin conditions.
Tantasia Self Tanner retails at £22.50. 
See www.youtube.com/watch?v=6NszkpZLzz0 on how to apply this fabulous product.

Contact Carley at carleyharrison@btinternet.com for more info or if you wish to buy Tantasia.

Omega 3's - Essential Fats or Fiction?

Benefits of Omega 3

The benefits of Omega 3 are broad, benefiting not just healthy adults, but pregnant women, children and those suffering with all kinds of illnesses.

Benefits of Omega 3 in Adults:

• Omega 3 rich oily fish is called “brain food”, because Omega 3 is a building block essential for developing cell membranes, signal pathways and other neurological systems.
   
• It’s a primary component of your retina, and helps maintain good eyesight.
   
• We also benefit from Omega 3s recently discovered protective qualities against Alzheimer’s disease, as well as its effects on reducing heart and cardiovascular disease, decreasing arrhythmia, blood clots and triglyceride levels, lowering blood pressure and improving arterial health.
   
• If you are on a low fat diet it is even more important to benefit from Omega 3. Being a “good fat”, Omega 3 will be instrumental in ensuring a high enough absorption level of fat soluble vitamins A, D, E and K, needed for resistance against infection, healthy skin, eyes, heart, circulation, blood clotting and strong bones.

Benefits of Omega 3 in Pregnancy:

• Omega 3 is as crucial in the healthy physical and mental development in babies, as it is in adults.
   
• Whether planning a baby, pregnant or breast feeding, some research has shown that with the mother having the recommended amounts of Omega 3, babies develop faster than those whose mothers who do not.

Benefits of Omega 3 in Children:

• Increasing the intake of Omega 3 can benefit those with dyslexia, ADHD and dyspraxia.
   
• Omega 3 is also thought to have a significant effect on reading skills too.  My daughter is living proof of this.  As she suffers with dypraxia, I decided it would be wise to give it a go.  She recently jumped from a 2C in reading to a 2A last week in her SATs.  Her mood and memory has also improved dramatically.

The purity of Omega's is essential in order for them to be beneficial and non toxic.  Advanced Nutrition Programme's Omegas have undergone a 5 step purification to ensure they are pure and free from harmful and carcinogenic PCB's which may be present in cheaper high street alternatives.
As the saying goes... 'you get what you pay for!'
The best form of Omegas is obviously from your diet but if you are not eating 3-4 portions a week you are unlikely to be getting enough and supplementing extra is recommended.
Best sources are mackerel, organic salmon, sardines and herring.